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Working and Studying in Australia
Australia is very popular and widely recognised as a fantastic place for overseas students to study. With all the university networks in Australia, you should be able to easily find a suitable course to suit your needs and interests. University fees for overseas students varies from school to school, and also upon the course you choose, so please check the relevant websites for semester costs.
People traveling on a Working Holiday Visa may enrol in courses up to 4 months in duration without needing to acquire a Student Visa. Undertaking tertiary studies, that is, a university undergraduate or postgraduate course in Australia, will be beneficial if you are considering settling here on a long-term basis.
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Average Salary in Australia
Average Salary : varies from state to state, for example the ACT has the highest average wage and salary income in Australia.
Job |
Salary |
| Waitress | between $12 and $20 an hour, tips not included |
| Contractor (office based) | between $25 and $50 or more per hour, depending on the industry and your level of experience |
| Language Lessons | between $15 and $30 is an acceptable rate to charge per hour lesson |
| Babysitting | between $10 and $20 an hour usually, depending on each family. |
| Au Pair | bed and board covered, and possibly $150 to $200 a week, for 35–40 hours of work per week. Extra babysitting in the evenings and on weekends is paid as extra |
| Fruit Picking | between $10 and $18 an hour |
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